APEX Las Vegas conceptual Bio-Dome hospitality complex - DAKDAN Worldwide Dan Kost Zoo Media rendering South Las Vegas Strip Nevada
Hospitality — South Las Vegas Strip

Where Science Becomes Sanctuary

Three world-class hotel properties. 7,500 keys. A new category of travel — purpose-driven hospitality anchored by conservation, medical research, and the most advanced life-science campus ever conceived.

7,500
Total Keys
3
Flagship Properties
200 ac
Campus Footprint
$27.7B
Total Development
APEX Las Vegas conceptual aerial campus rendering - DAKDAN Worldwide Dan Kost Zoo Media three hotel towers eight Bio-Domes South Las Vegas Strip Nevada
Conceptual rendering. Not a guarantee of final design.
1,500 Keys
The Canopy — 50 Stories
3,500 Keys
The Bio-Sphere — 40 Stories
2,500 Keys
The Academy Lodge — 30 Stories
100%
Zero Single-Use Plastic
The Apex Trio

Three Properties. One Mission.

The Apex hospitality stack operates on a simple principle: every tier of traveler should have access to the same conservation mission, the same educational backbone, and the same zero-waste mandate. The properties differ in price point and experience. The values are identical across all 7,500 keys.

Ultra-Luxury / Research Anchor

The Canopy

50 Stories · 1,500 Keys · Sky Villas

The tallest and most exclusive residential tower on the Apex campus. Anchored by five-star quiet luxury and glass-and-wood architecture, The Canopy places guests in direct proximity to the 60-story Apex Medical Tower. The top ten floors are reserved for donor penthouses and Sky Villas commanding unobstructed views of the Las Vegas Strip and all eight Bio-Domes.

50
Stories
5-Star
Tier
$5M+
Villa Entry
High
ADR Target
The Canopy - Ultra-luxury tower concept

Surgical Viewing Suite

Select soundproofed rooms feature floor-to-ceiling glass overlooking Tier 2 medical wards at distance, with AR tablet integration providing real-time procedure narration.

Sky Villas and Donor Suites

Floors 41 through 50 dedicated to ultra-premium private residences. Pre-sale units projected at $5M to $35M+ per key. Personalized concierge and exclusive researcher-access privileges.

Kids Club — The Junior Surgeon Program

Children suit up in scrubs, join intern-guided rounds, and use haptic VR to explore animal anatomy. Curriculum developed in partnership with the Zoo Media Internship Academy.

The Bio-Sphere - Premium family hotel concept
Premium Family / Experience-First

The Bio-Sphere

40 Stories · 3,500 Keys · Sleepover Safari

The highest-volume anchor of the Apex hospitality stack. Jungle-Modern architecture integrates directly with all eight climate-controlled Bio-Domes. Habitat-perimeter rooms feature Smart Glass panels — opaque for animal privacy, crystal-clear night-vision for guests. Designed for the family Science Tourist who stays longer and spends more.

40
Stories
4-Star
Tier
High
Volume
8
Bio-Domes

The Sleepover Safari

Habitat-perimeter rooms built into the Bio-Dome boundary. Smart Glass technology lets guests observe nocturnal species without disturbance — from their bed.

Multi-Level Treehouse Kids Club — Apex Explorers

Immersive multi-story kids facility woven into the Bio-Dome perimeter. Interactive Pure Box water loop exhibits, vertical farming stations, and live animal tracking via the .apex digital network.

Medical Tourism Hospitality

Extended-stay suites designed for families of animals receiving treatment at the Global Animal Hospital. Longer dwell time drives higher total spend per guest.

Tech-Forward / Affordable Innovation

The Academy Lodge

30 Stories · 2,500 Keys · Intern Exchange

The pulse of the Apex academic community. Physically connected to the Intern Academy via an enclosed skybridge, The Academy Lodge operates as a living campus where guests share dining facilities with researchers and students. Modular, tech-forward room design emphasizes functionality and extended-stay value for eco-conscious travelers.

30
Stories
3-Star
Tier
6,000
Academy
STEM
Focus
The Academy Lodge - Tech-forward hotel concept

The Intern Exchange

Direct skybridge connection to the 6,000-seat Intern Academy. Guests eat at Apex Commons alongside students and researchers, creating knowledge-first hospitality experiences unavailable at any competitor property.

Kids Club — The Maker Space

Hands-on fabrication studio where children 3D-print eco-souvenirs and build Smart Feeders for campus animals. Aligned with Apex's STEM education mission and technology partnerships.

Tech-Forward and Extended Stay

Modular room configurations built for longer dwell times. Ideal for intern families, eco-conscious budget travelers, and corporate groups requiring campus access over multiple weeks.

APEX RV & Glamping Resort concept
Outdoor Adventure / Family-Friendly

APEX RV & Glamping Resort

500 Spaces · Full Hook-Up · Luxury Glamping

Adjacent to the main campus, the APEX RV & Glamping Resort offers a unique outdoor experience with full access to all Bio-Domes, conservation programs, and campus amenities. Modern facilities include full hook-up RV sites, luxury glamping tents, and premium airstream accommodations — all designed for eco-conscious families seeking an immersive nature experience without sacrificing comfort.

500
Spaces
Full
Hook-Up
Eco
Focused
365
Days

Full Hook-Up RV Sites

Premium RV sites designed for luxury motorhomes valued at $250,000+. Full electric, water, and sewer connections. Each site features Pure Box atmospheric water access, high-speed Wi-Fi, private landscaped picnic areas, and 24/7 shuttle service to Bio-Domes and campus facilities.

Luxury Glamping Experience

Climate-controlled safari tents with king-size beds, en-suite bathrooms, and premium linens. Vintage Airstream accommodations fully restored with modern amenities including air conditioning, rainfall showers, and curated mini-bars. Perfect for families wanting outdoor adventure with five-star comfort.

Full Campus Access

All RV and glamping guests receive unlimited complimentary access passes to all eight Bio-Domes, conservation programs, AR-enhanced pathways, and educational experiences. Multi-day stays include priority reservations for surgical viewing galleries and private researcher tours.

Premium Residences

The Sky Villa Collection

The top ten floors of The Canopy are reserved for ultra-premium pre-sale residences. Modeled after proven condo-hotel structures on the Las Vegas Strip that have secured $700M+ in pre-sales before vertical build completion. Pre-sale revenue directly funds construction of the Global Animal Hospital and Bio-Dome infrastructure.

$5M — $12M

Horizon Suite

Floors: 41–44

Entry-tier Sky Villa. Private terrace with panoramic views of the Las Vegas Strip, full butler service, and dedicated AR interface to the Apex Medical Tower. Designed for high-net-worth donors and executive researchers seeking a permanent Las Vegas base.

Amenities

  • • 3,200–4,800 sq ft
  • • Private concierge
  • • Zoo Media live suite feeds
  • • Pure Box atmospheric water tap
$12M — $22M

Apex Penthouse

Floors: 45–48

Mid-tier penthouses. Two-story configurations with dedicated research lounge access, private elevator entry, and naming rights for one Apex Bio-Dome exhibit. Core of the donor residency program and primary pre-sale revenue driver.

Amenities

  • • 5,500–7,200 sq ft duplex
  • • Private elevator vestibule
  • • Bio-Dome naming rights
  • • Medical Tower researcher access
$22M — $35M+

Crown Observatory

Floors: 49–50

The pinnacle of the Canopy collection. Full-floor plate configurations with 360-degree observation glass, dedicated staff quarters, private helipad access, and founding donor institutional recognition across the entire Apex campus.

Amenities

  • • 8,000–12,000 sq ft full floor
  • • Private helipad access
  • • 360-degree observatory glass
  • • Founding donor campus recognition
The Green Mandate

Hospitality as a Living System

The Apex hospitality stack is not designed to minimize environmental impact. It is designed to operate as a net-positive ecosystem. Every standard that applies to the research campus applies equally across all 7,500 keys.

01

Pure Box Standard

Zero single-use plastics across all three properties. Every room features a built-in Pure Box atmospheric water tap connected directly to campus-wide generators. Projected elimination of 2.1 million plastic bottles annually.

02

Zoo Media In-Room Education

In-room displays replace traditional cable with Zoo Media Network 24/7. Live feeds from the animal hospital, vertical farm data streams, and global conservation news. Every guest stay is an active educational moment.

03

Scrapless Kitchen Model

100% of organic food waste from all hotel dining operations routes to Tier 1 Anaerobic Digesters on campus. Zero landfill. Net energy positive. All restaurant operations certified under the Apex Circular Food Service standard.

04

Intern Staffing Synergy

Frontline guest service roles are integrated with the Zoo Media Internship Program. Eco-Concierges, educational guides, and specialty staff are drawn from the 6,000-seat academy, creating a knowledge-first service culture unavailable at any competitor property.

Management Partners

Three-Flag Strategy

Each property targets a distinct management flag aligned with its market tier. Apex is seeking hospitality operators with demonstrated sustainability track records, experience in campus-adjacent or experience-first environments, and proven ability to drive 90%+ occupancy in the Southern Nevada corridor without relying on gaming revenue.

The Canopy — Ultra-Luxury

Target Brands: Four Seasons · Aman · Waldorf Astoria

Highest ADR property requiring a world-recognized luxury flag. Target operator must demonstrate capability in managing private residential sales within a hotel structure and servicing an ultra-high-net-worth donor demographic.

The Bio-Sphere — Premium Family

Target Brands: Rosewood · Pendry · Hyatt Regency

High-volume, design-forward operator with experience in immersive or destination resort environments. Must demonstrate family programming depth and ability to support integrated medical tourism verticals for extended-stay guests.

The Academy Lodge — Tech-Forward

Target Brands: W Hotels (Marriott) · Canopy by Hilton · Edition

Tech-centric lifestyle brand with strong market recognition among younger corporate travelers, intern families, and eco-conscious guests. Must support deep digital ecosystem integration with the .apex TLD and Zoo Media platform backbone.

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A New Category of Destination

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CONCEPTUAL PROJECT NOTICE: All specifications, financial projections, architectural concepts, room counts, and pricing reflected on this page are illustrative and subject to change. APEX Las Vegas is a $27.7 billion 501(c)(3) nonprofit development initiative currently in pre-development phase. Formal outreach to hospitality management partners and government stakeholders is ongoing. This material does not constitute a binding offer or commitment of any kind.